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Wichita Estate Planning Attorneys

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You can’t predict the future – but you can protect the people in it.

Larson, Brown & Ebert PA

Estate Planning Attorneys in Wichita

An effective and comprehensive estate plan, crafted with insights and advice from a Wichita estate planning lawyer at Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A., protects what you’ve earned. It also ensures that your wishes and instructions are honored and that your legacy is preserved.

If you have a family or own a home or business in the Wichita area, you need an estate plan. No one knows what tomorrow may bring, so estate planning can leave no room for error. At Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A., we can help you prepare a trust, will, financial or medical power of attorney, or a comprehensive estate plan tailored to you and your family. Effective estate planning protects your assets, ensures your instructions are carried out after your death, and provides your family members with financial security in the years ahead. Call our Wichita office at 316-530-8621 to schedule a consultation and begin planning your estate.

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what we do

Our Practice Areas

Probate

We can explain the probate process and develop strategies to help you and your loved ones avoid or simplify it.

Wills

We can explain what should be in your will, draft a will that’s easy to understand, and ensure it complies with Kansas law.

Trusts

We can determine which trust you need and how to fund it. We prepare revocable, irrevocable, and special needs trusts.

Elder Law

We assist families with retirement, disability, and Medicaid planning.

Business Succession Planning

We can create a plan to keep your business thriving if you pass away or are no longer able to manage it.

Asset Protection

We can create a limited liability company (LLC) or a trust to shield your estate from creditors, lawsuits, and divorce.

Farm and Ranch Planning

This is a unique legal field. Larson, Brown & Ebert has decades of experience in Kansas farm and ranch planning.

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Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. Can Help You With Probate

After a person dies, probate is the legal process that pays that person’s outstanding debts and distributes their estate to their beneficiaries. It’s a long and costly process in Kansas, and if you are named as the executor of a loved one’s will, you will need sound legal counsel.

Shortly after a death, the decedent’s surviving spouse or closest surviving relative should contact a Wichita probate lawyer at Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. A probate lawyer can provide you with personalized advice, explain how a probate proceeding works, and guide you and your loved ones through the process.

Probate takes time. A Kansas probate court oversees each step of the process. Wills must meet certain legal requirements; if those requirements are not met, a will may be challenged in court.

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Testimonials

Client Success Stories

Logan was great to work with. He was straightforward and down to earth. Highly recommend for a smooth experience. He answered all of our questions and was fantastic.

-Jennifer M.

Everyone is very friendly We worked with Kelsey Ebert who is so helpful and explains everything completely. I would highly recomend this firm.

-Richard W.

Larson, Brown & Ebert, PA handled my estate planning needs. Kelsey Ebert and her team made the process in obtaining a Trust smooth, efficient and painless.

-Mark K.

We Represent Older Kansans and Advocate on Their Behalf

Elder law attorneys in Kansas are legal advocates for older persons and their families. Elder law addresses the needs of seniors, including healthcare planning, asset protection, conservatorships, guardianships, and estate planning. An elder law attorney at Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. can provide answers and solutions to your questions and concerns, and to those of your loved ones.

Effective planning can protect the rights, assets, and well-being of older family members. To help your family with soaring medical costs, an elder law attorney at Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. can recommend an asset protection strategy that reduces an older person’s out-of-pocket medical expenses by accessing public benefit programs and maximizing retirement savings.

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our experts

Meet Our Attorneys

Logan M. Brown

I was born in Wichita and attended Bishop Carroll High School, where I played on the Varsity Golf team. Then, I received a Finance degree from Fort Hays State University

Kelsey A. Ebert

Kelsey graduated with a Political Science degree from Kansas State University. She attended The University of Denver School…

Tim J. Larson

What about me and my past that makes me uniquely qualified to represent you??
Although I started out as a young boy in Wichita,

Mitch J. Armstrong

Mitch grew up in Oklahoma, then attended Miami University in Ohio, where he graduated with a degree in Finance and a minor in German. He attended Washburn University School of Law and graduated in 2018.

Leland V. Speirs

Lee was born in Wamego, Kansas, and lived in the Manhattan/Wamego area for about twenty-five years. He is the oldest of nine children, with four brothers and four sisters.

Jeffrey Bohnenblust

Jeffrey was born and raised in McPherson, Kansas as the youngest of 5 siblings.

About Us

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We Are Experienced Kansas Trust Lawyers

A trust is a legal tool that protects your assets and ensures those assets are distributed according to your wishes upon your passing. Trusts involve three or more parties: the person who establishes the trust (the “settlor”), the trustee, and one or more beneficiaries. The trustee holds and handles assets for the beneficiaries.

There are several advantages to establishing a trust. The assets you transfer to a revocable living trust are not subject to probate. Some trusts offer tax advantages for both the settlor and the beneficiaries. In Kansas, an irrevocable trust can protect your estate from creditors and lawsuits. Trusts are practical and popular estate planning tools. At Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A., a Wichita estate planning attorney can help you form the personalized revocable or irrevocable trust that meets your needs, achieves your goals, and protects your estate and your loved ones.

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The Difference

why choose us

We Have the Estate Planning Experience You Need

Attorney Tim J. Larson has practiced estate planning law in Kansas since 1982. Attorney Logan M. Brown joined Tim Larson in 2008, and the firm became Larson & Brown, P.A. Attorney Kelsey A. Ebert worked as a solo attorney for six years before joining our firm, which is now Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A.

We Have the Estate Planning Knowledge You Need

The attorneys at Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. diligently pursue continuing legal education to stay abreast of changes and developments in the estate planning field. Our extensive legal training includes probate, trust and estate administration, elder law, conservatorships and guardianships, farm and ranch planning, and related estate planning topics.

We Help Families Avoid Inheritance Disputes

You can help your family members avoid unnecessary inheritance disputes. When Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. prepares your estate plan, that plan can give your family members precise instructions for handling and distributing your estate. We strive to prepare estate plans that are easy to understand and difficult to contest.

You’ll Work Directly With an Attorney

As a client of Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A., you’ll work directly with a Kansas estate planning lawyer, and you will never be “brushed off.” Every consultation at Larson, Brown & Ebert is confidential, every call or email is returned promptly, and every client receives the utmost personal respect and consideration.

We Are Proud to be Part of the Wichita Community

Our law firm’s strength comes from the community we serve. We’ve built valuable relationships with local families, business owners, and professionals. Whether you’re facing an immediate challenge with an older or disabled family member or planning for the future, Larson, Brown & Ebert can stand beside you as if you were our own family.

We’re Here to Work for You and Your Family or Business

If you live anywhere in the Wichita area, we can help you protect your family, your business, and your future. Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. can provide the estate planning help you need. Call Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. at 316-530-8621 to schedule your first consultation with one of our attorneys.

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We Can Help You Set Up a Special Needs Trust

If you have a child or another family member with special needs, a Wichita estate planning lawyer at Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. can help you set up a special needs trust. After you pass away or if you become incapacitated, a special needs trust can ensure your special needs family member is cared for properly.

Your special needs loved one may not qualify for important government benefits without a special needs trust. You’ll name a trustee to oversee and manage expenditures. Your loved one’s needs will be covered, but no cash will be given directly to that person.

We can ensure a special needs trust is easy to understand and complies with all state and federal trust laws. To set up a special needs trust, or to have your questions about these trusts answered, call Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. to schedule a meeting with one of our Wichita trust attorneys.

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We Can Help You Establish a Business Succession Plan

If you own a business in the Wichita area, you need a business succession plan. Whether you’re preparing a plan for a large corporation or a family operation, Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. can help you develop a plan that meets your needs and works for your business.

A business succession plan conveys a business owner’s instructions for any change of ownership. As businesses grow, having an easy-to-understand business succession plan becomes increasingly important. The right business plan eliminates disputes and confusion, allowing you and your Wichita-area business to move confidently and constructively into the future.

Let a Wichita estate planning attorney at Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. help you prepare your business succession plan. If you have a succession plan, let us review it; it may need an update. We can ensure your business succession plan continues to work for you or make any necessary changes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I Really Need an Estate Plan?

Some people still believe estate planning is exclusively for the affluent or retired. It isn’t. If you own anything of value (such as a vehicle, a bank account, or a pet), you should establish an estate plan with the help of a Kansas estate planning lawyer at Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A.

If you have minor children, when you create a will or trust, you name the person you would want as a guardian in a worst-case scenario. If the worst happens and you have not named a guardian, the court will, and it may not be someone you would have wanted in that position.

When Will I Need an Estate Planning Attorney?

Because tragedies can occur unexpectedly, every adult in Kansas should have an estate plan in place as soon as possible. Illnesses, accidents, crime, and natural disasters put everyone at risk. The time to begin planning your estate is today. The attorneys at Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. serve the Wichita community by providing the full range of estate planning services.

We prepare wills, trusts, medical and financial powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents. We help Kansas families plan for their older family members and special needs loved ones, and we offer guidance with the probate process.

How Can Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A., Help You Plan Your Estate?

When you first consult an estate planning lawyer at Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A., we can discuss which documents your estate plan will need, how to choose a trustee or executor, how to protect and distribute your assets, and how to reduce your tax burden. We prepare trusts, wills, and powers of attorney on a flat-fee basis, so you can know the fee from the beginning.

We can ensure that every estate planning document we prepare for our clients is clear, precise, and compliant with Kansas and federal law. Nothing is overlooked, ambiguous, or “left open to interpretation.”

Should I Prepare a Will or a Trust?

For many in the Wichita area, a trust offers authentic advantages. For others, a trust offers no real advantages, and a will is sufficient. Some people may need to prepare both. Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. can make recommendations and suggestions, but the final decision is yours.

Why do so many people establish trusts? A trust is not subject to probate, and your assets can usually be distributed to your beneficiaries only weeks after your death. A trust can protect your assets and property from creditors and lawsuits, and some trusts also offer tax advantages.

What Are Digital Assets and How Do I Plan for Them?

Digital assets have only recently been included in estate plans. Digital assets include monetary assets like nonfungible tokens (NFTs) and virtual currencies, and they may also include items that are only valuable to you, like your blogs, emails, photos, domain names, and social media accounts.

You can protect your digital assets by including them as a part of your will, and you can even designate a third-party digital executor who can be responsible for archiving or deleting sensitive information you don’t want family members or the general public to access.

What is the Difference Between a Will, a Living Trust, and a Living Will?

A will, a living trust, and a living will each serve different, but equally important roles in your estate plan.

A will is a legal document that outlines what should happen after your death. It allows you to name beneficiaries for your assets, appoint a guardian for minor children, and choose an executor to carry out your wishes. However, a will typically goes through probate, which is a court-supervised process.

A living (or revocable) trust also directs how your assets are managed and distributed, but it can take effect during your lifetime and continue after your death. One of the key benefits of a living trust is that it can help your estate avoid probate, provide greater privacy, and allow for more seamless management of your assets if you become incapacitated.

A living will, known in Kansas as a Natural Death Act Declaration, is entirely different. It does not deal with your assets. Instead, it outlines your preferences for medical care if you are in a life-threatening condition and unable to communicate your wishes. This can include decisions about life-sustaining treatment.

In addition, a durable power of attorney for healthcare allows you to name someone you trust to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so.

Each of these documents plays a distinct role: one handles your assets after death, one can manage assets during your lifetime and after, and one ensures your medical wishes are honored. Larson, Brown & Ebert, P.A. can help you determine which options are right for your situation and prepare a plan tailored to your needs.

Can’t Any Lawyer Create My Estate Plan?

Yes, any Kansas lawyer can create an estate plan, but you should choose an attorney whose practice is focused exclusively on estate planning. The team at Larson, Brown & Ebert focuses on estate planning, estate administration, and related matters affecting our clients in those areas.

We assist our Wichita-area clients and their loved ones with Medicaid and VA pension eligibility, trust and estate administration, land conveyances, trust funding, and beneficiary designations. Our firm has decades of experience assisting our clients and their families in the Wichita area as they prepare for the future.

What Happens if I Don’t Have an Estate Plan?

If you don’t have an estate plan, the State of Kansas has one for you. The government’s plan is called “intestate probate,” and it guarantees direct state interference in the disposition of your estate. If you do not plan your estate, you lose your opportunity to protect your family from a complex, impersonal legal process that can be agonizing.

Some or all of your assets could even be inherited by someone you would not want receiving them. While some persons planning estates favor wills and others prefer revocable trusts, all estate planning lawyers agree that dying without some type of estate plan is to be avoided.

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